Cisco NAM2304-RJ45-K9 Cisco Network Analysis Module

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SKU: CSC-NAM2304-RJ45-K9 | Part #: NAM2304-RJ45-K9 | MPN: NAM2304-RJ45-K9

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The Cisco NAM2304-RJ45-K9 is a service module blade that installs directly into the Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series or Cisco 7600 Series switches—hardware platforms still running in many enterprise and carrier networks across the GCC region. If your organisation operates these chassis switches as core infrastructure, this Cisco module slots into a dedicated service module bay to add real-time network visibility without requiring separate appliances or out-of-band monitoring infrastructure. The part number NAM2304-RJ45-K9 identifies the RJ-45 copper interface variant, meaning it connects to monitored network segments via standard Ethernet ports rather than requiring optical taps or dedicated monitoring hardware.

Network engineers and infrastructure teams deploy the Cisco NAM2304-RJ45-K9 when they need hardware-accelerated deep packet inspection (DPI) on production traffic flowing through their core switches. The module performs live traffic analysis without consuming main switch CPU cycles—a critical requirement in environments where the switch fabric must remain responsive for forwarding decisions. Cisco built this module with dedicated processing to handle NetFlow v5 and NetFlow v9 export, RMON and RMON2 monitoring, and extended RMON statistics, all while the switch continues normal operation. The architecture means network operations centres can stream real-time application-level visibility into Cisco Prime Network Analysis Module software or third-party SIEM and NPM platforms without installing agents on end systems or deploying inline probes.

Connectivity is straightforward for installations where the switch already sits at the aggregation or core layer. The module accepts traffic via SPAN (Switched Port Analyzer) sessions from local ports, RSPAN for traffic from remote switches, ERSPAN for encapsulated remote SPAN, or direct connections to inline copper interfaces if your architecture supports active monitoring. A dedicated out-of-band management port keeps administrative traffic separate from monitored data streams, preventing management overhead from contaminating flow statistics. This design is particularly valuable in data centres and AI labs where accurate traffic metrics inform capacity planning and help identify which workloads consume bandwidth, which applications trigger latency, and where congestion occurs before it affects performance.

The Cisco NAM2304-RJ45-K9 runs a Linux-based embedded operating system bundled with Cisco NAM software, meaning the module ships ready to integrate with existing Cisco management ecosystems. Unlike standalone appliances, there is no separate server to rack, no additional power supplies to plan for, and no duplicate network connections consuming switch ports. The module occupies one service module slot in a Cisco 6500 or 7600 chassis—space that many organisations have available because they are not running a full complement of line cards. Cisco designed this form factor for networks that already invested in the switch platform and need to extend its functionality without forklift upgrades. Support and validation from Cisco Technical Assistance Centre (TAC) explicitly requires genuine Cisco modules; the NAM2304-RJ45-K9 carries FCC, CE, and UL compliance certifications, confirming it meets regional regulatory standards for the UAE and wider GCC deployment.

For data centre teams managing multi-tier applications, security operations centres hunting for anomalies, or network architects planning capacity upgrades, this Cisco module provides a cost-effective way to instrument existing switch infrastructure. The combination of in-band traffic capture, out-of-band management, and industry-standard flow export protocols means your monitoring data can feed multiple downstream systems—whether that is a legacy NetFlow collector, a modern cloud-native analytics platform, or a hybrid approach. Organisations that cannot retire older Catalyst 6500 or 7600 switches immediately benefit from the ability to modernise visibility without abandoning the hardware investment.

Network Analysis & Traffic Capture Specifications

• Hardware-accelerated deep packet inspection processing independent of main switch CPU resources
• NetFlow v5 and NetFlow v9 export for integration with flow analysis tools and SIEM platforms
• RMON, RMON2, and Extended RMON support for protocol-level and application-level monitoring
• SPAN, RSPAN, ERSPAN, and inline copper interface capture modes for flexible traffic sourcing
• Dedicated out-of-band management port isolating administrative access from monitored traffic streams
• Cisco Prime Network Analysis Module software compatibility for unified management and alerting
• Service module blade form factor fits Cisco Catalyst 6500 and 7600 series chassis without additional rack space or power infrastructure

Omnixon Global stocks the Cisco NAM2304-RJ45-K9 and related Cisco network analysis modules for organisations across the Middle East, South Asia, and Europe. If your team operates Catalyst 6500 or 7600 infrastructure and requires visibility into application traffic patterns, network behaviour, or security anomalies, contact our technical sales team to discuss module availability, compatibility verification, and deployment support. We welcome requests for quotation and can coordinate rapid delivery to data centres and enterprise facilities throughout the GCC region.